Kinky Friedman, provocative Texas satirist and one-time gubernatorial candidate, dies at 79

Friedman died at his longtime home at Echo Hill Ranch in Medina, his friends Cleve Hattersley said in an interview. AUSTIN, Texas — This story was originally published by our partners at the Texas Tribune Richard “Kinky” Friedman — the provocative and flamboyant Texas satirist who mounted a spirited campaign for governor in 2006 — … Read more

Boeing hosting hiring event for mechanics this weekend

SAN ANTONIO – Aerospace company Boeing is hiring General and Structural Aircraft Mechanics at their hiring event this weekend. According to a press release, the mechanics hired will help support multiple programs at its Port San Antonio sites, including the presidential executive fleet. Recommended Videos The event will take place on Saturday, June 29 at … Read more

Gymnast Skye Blakely pulls out of Olympic trials following Achilles injury

Blakely came to the Olympic trials as a leading contender to make the U.S. team following a dazzling performance at nationals. MINNEAPOLIS — Skye Blakely’s bid to make the U.S. women’s Olympic gymnastics team is over. The 19-year-old will miss the U.S. Olympic trials after suffering a right Achilles injury during training on Wednesday. USA … Read more

Woman shot standing in front of her east-side home; Man stabbed in fight at convenience store near St. Mary’s strip | KENS 5 News Now

Follow us here to get the latest top headlines with KENS 5’s Sarah Forgany every weekday! SAN ANTONIO — Police say a woman was found shot in the thigh in front of her east-side home early Thursday morning. Officers tell us that a car with three men inside pulled up in front of her home … Read more